Posts by Susan Morton
Night at the Texas Ranger Museum
Spend a Night at the Texas Ranger Museum – Night at the Museum Style. This video is a production of the Waco City Cable Channel and stars City of Waco staff and their families. BACK TO THE MEDIA PAGE
Read MoreTourism-Related Closures in the Waco Area
Here is a list of tourism-related closures and COVID-19 changes in the Waco area. This is a rapidly changing situation, so if you know of anything that needs to be added, please email [email protected]. The Governor’s Report to Open Texas Sheltering in Place Waco Vacation Rentals is renting their short term rental properties as mid-term…
Read MoreValentine’s Day Dinner In Waco
Valentine’s in Waco can include a variety of fantastic things to do and romantic dining options. Many area restaurants are planning a special menu for this happy holiday. Check out the list below and schedule now to dine at one of Waco’s beautifully decorated restaurants with your loved one. Please click on the restaurant name…
Read MoreTreat Yourself in Waco
Are you visiting Waco and need something delicious to satisfy your sweet tooth? Look no further, because here are some must-try places when nothing will do but sweet treats. Locals welcome too! Baked Bliss Co. Cinnamon rolls. That’s all we have to say. Not only are their cinnamon rolls amazing, but their cupcakes,…
Read MorePop in the Dr Pepper Museum
It’s no secret that Dr Pepper is one of the most well known and most liked sodas in the south; but many don’t know that its home is right here in the Heart of Texas. The old brick bottling plant is located in downtown Waco and now houses the Dr Pepper Museum which focuses on…
Read MoreDining out on Christmas Eve & Christmas Day 2019
Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill – 614 North Valley Mills Drive – (254) 751-9084. Open Christmas Day, open from 10:30 AM- 9 PM. Cracker Barrel – 4275 N. I-35 – (254) 799-4729. Open on Christmas Eve from 6AM – 2PM. Closed Christmas Day. Cracker Barrel – 221 Enterprise Blvd – (254) 420-3505. Open on Christmas…
Read MoreWaco Restaurant Week – Sept. 6-14, 2019
Waco Restaurant Week is a one-week, city-wide event taking place at local restaurants, coffee shops and bars across Waco. Restaurant weeks are held across the country to introduce people to restaurants and places they haven’t had a chance to visit. All menu items sold under the Waco Restaurant Week menu specials will donate 10% to…
Read MoreWelcome to the Grand Assembly of Texas, International Order of the Rainbow for Girls!
We are pleased to welcome the Grand Assembly of Texas, International Order of the Rainbow for Girls to Waco for their 96th Annual Session. This group is comprised of 1,100 young ladies from Rainbow Girl chapters all over Texas. They learn good strong American values through their work in this organization. The theme this year…
Read MoreNew Hotels Coming to Waco – Updated 5/2024
Here is a recap of Waco area hotel construction activity: Hotels Under Construction Here are hotels in the market that are actively under construction. StayAPT Suites – tentative opening date mid-August. Near Cinemark. 2340 Creekview Drive, 88 suites Everhome Suites – possibly opening in December 2024. 122 rooms. 4301 S IH-35. Holiday Inn Express –…
Read MoreThe Growing Waco Music Scene
Keeping up with Waco’s evolving music scene is challenging in a good way. There are several websites that promote live music, musicians and musical groups, and venues that feature live music. More and more musicians are finding work in the Waco area. It’s all part of Waco’s natural development toward becoming a place that supports…
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